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Been having shortness of breath for the past week. i am ithypochondriac, does this shortness of breath damage my brain?
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Hypochondia: If it is from hypochiondic reason then there is no problem. If it is real shortness of breath then you need medical attention. Consult your physician.
Answered 12/21/2014
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